Before their upcoming match against Leicester City, Slot had this to say: “You join a club like Liverpool, and you know there's always a chance to make history. But I'm also realistic. The last two seasons have shown us that this team has the potential to go all the way.

“Last season, they came close, but they were focused on the Europa League. This season, it's all about the Premier League and the Champions League. It's a tough challenge, but it's one we're ready to take on.”

So why isn't Slot surprised by Liverpool's title bid? Because he knows this club has been in this position before. “It's not like I joined a club that's never competed for the top spot. It's in the DNA of this club. But my first priority is to play good football and win as many games as we can. The rest will take care of itself.”

Despite the hype, Slot hasn't declared Liverpool title winners yet. He's not one to count his chickens before they hatch. “We still have to win two games out of six. And let me tell you, the last 32 games have shown us that we have to fight tooth and nail to bring a winner over the line. That's still what we have to do.”